Electric GV70

[SebringSilver]

Sorry, haven't been posting much lately, wasn't sure if there's a separate sub-section just for the eGV70. Just wondering if anyone has purchased or ordered the electric version yet. I was supposed to go to the unveiling earlier this month but I got sick and couldn't make it in the end.

Does anyone have any driving impressions they want to share? I'm getting a demo for the day tomorrow and will post my comments on it, but just curious if anyone has already had some seat time in one.

 

[Jaws]

There’s a few of us here that have placed Canadian orders. I placed my order on Feb 22 and apparently I’m 234th in line nationwide. Supposedly we’re limited to 480 cars total this year, so if you’re at all interested you might want to get your order in ASAP. You’ll need to contact a Genesis store as the car isn’t available to order online.

The Edmonton Genesis store doesn’t have a demo yet but the GEM says one is coming soon. So I haven’t had an opportunity to drive one.

 

[SebringSilver]

There’s a few of us here that have placed Canadian orders. I placed my order on Feb 22 and apparently I’m 234th in line nationwide. Supposedly we’re limited to 480 cars total this year, so if you’re at all interested you might want to get your order in ASAP. You’ll need to contact a Genesis store as the car isn’t available to order online.

The Edmonton Genesis store doesn’t have a demo yet but the GEM says one is coming soon. So I haven’t had an opportunity to drive one.

Thanks. Yes, I spoke with the sales manager today and he's going to put in an order for me. He said I will get it close to year end. Looking forward to spending the day with the demo tomorrow.

What colour did you order?

 

[Jaws]

Thanks. Yes, I spoke with the sales manager today and he's going to put in an order for me. He said I will get it close to year end. Looking forward to spending the day with the demo tomorrow.

What colour did you order?

Silver. Please report back after your drive.

 

[SebringSilver]

Silver. Please report back after your drive.

Coincidentally, the demo I picked up this morning is indeed Savile Silver, just like the one you ordered (and same as my GV80). Will send pictures momentarily.

As for the drive itself, it's a blast. I've driven a number of Teslas and this definitely feels different. Yes, you get the same smooth power delivery as you would have in your typical Tesla, but it doesn't have true one-pedal driving, which I'm ok with.

The interior blows any Tesla away, which you probably didn't need me to tell you. But interestingly, the demo I'm driving doesn't have the same quilted seats and carbon fibre trim like I have in our gas-powered GV70 Sport Plus. You'll see what I mean when i upload the pictures. I didn't talk to anyone from Sales when I picked up the car so I'm not sure if this is actually a Canadian-spec car or what. Will ask the sales manager later.

I do notice the rear legroom is not quite as good as it is on the regular GV70, but that might not bother you. It's a super quiet vehicle, quieter even then my GV80. Buttons and other switchgear is mostly the same as my 2022 GV70, with some notable differences in the steering wheel buttons. But that may have also been updated for the 2023 gasoline GV70.

There's a heated windshield function that isn't on either my GV70 or GV80, which I appreciate. The EV display in the infotainment system is really informative and useful. I wish the steering wheel was actually a bit thicker, even though I do like the design.

I drove the car in Comfort and in Sport, and also tried Boost mode twice. As you would imagine, a 483-hp car with instant torque is going to be quick, I mean gut wrenchingly quick. You have a C2S (I also had a 2014 C4S, coincidentally) but these EVs are on another level when it comes to acceleration.

I'm definitely going to get an EV and it looks increasingly like it'll be the GV70 (I was considering the GV60, but really can't deal with the absence of a rear wiper).

I'm sure you'll love your new car.

 

[SebringSilver]

Some quick and dirty snap shots here:

 

[Jaws]

SS, thanks for the pics. It looks great. If you still have the car can you check to see where it was manufactured? It should be on the door sticker with the tire pressures. Glad you're enjoying it. I think it's rated for 383 km, so with the DTE of 339 at 90% SOC, it's right in line with the official number.

As for the seats, any of the international reviews (Australia/UK) I've seen have the same seats. I think that's the seats we'll get.

 

[SebringSilver]

Made in good ol' Korea!



Also, cool lights showing you charging progress.

 

[SebringSilver]

Okay, I've put the order in for the electric GV70. Literally can't wait to get this thing!!

 

[Jaws]

Okay, I've put the order in for the electric GV70. Literally can't wait to get this thing!!

Nice. Did you receive any indication where you stand in the queue?

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[SebringSilver]

Nice. Did you receive any indication where you stand in the queue?

Yes, I'm at #176, apparently.

 

[Jaws]

Just got a call from the GEM and my car has hit port in Vancouver. 2-3 weeks before I get it. Surprised that it is that quick given the email I received, but I was told that every store was getting an equal allocation and I was one of the first for this location.

Normally I’d resist getting a first year car but the GV70 has been out for 2 years and the powertrain/battery is the same as E-GMP cars which is already proven. Additionally the eGV70 has been available in other parts of the world for almost a year. I’d be reluctant to take delivery of an Alabama assembled car at this point, so I’m happy with the Korean sourced car.

 

[SebringSilver]

Just got a call from the GEM and my car has hit port in Vancouver. 2-3 weeks before I get it. Surprised that it is that quick given the email I received, but I was told that every store was getting an equal allocation and I was one of the first for this location.

Normally I’d resist getting a first year car but the GV70 has been out for 2 years and the powertrain/battery is the same as E-GMP cars which is already proven. Additionally the eGV70 has been available in other parts of the world for almost a year. I’d be reluctant to take delivery of an Alabama assembled car at this point, so I’m happy with the Korean sourced car.

Wow, congratulations!! Can't wait to hear about your hands on experience with the car. I changed my order from Vik Black on white to a Makalu Grey with black interior. It was just too strange getting another black GV70 when I already had one before, and the white interior brings back bad memories of my Velar first edition.

Congrats once again.

 

[Jaws]

Wow, congratulations!! Can't wait to hear about your hands on experience with the car. I changed my order from Vik Black on white to a Makalu Grey with black interior. It was just too strange getting another black GV70 when I already had one before, and the white interior brings back bad memories of my Velar first edition.

Congrats once again.

Thanks. Nice choice with the colour. I like white interior but i I just can’t see it holding up well.

 

[RonG]

Just got a call from the GEM and my car has hit port in Vancouver. 2-3 weeks before I get it. Surprised that it is that quick given the email I received, but I was told that every store was getting an equal allocation and I was one of the first for this location.

Wow, you say your vehicle has arrived at the Vancouver port already! My sales rep says I should be in the first 100 as I ordered mine on day 1. Yet they haven't had any email, at least that they are telling me with an allocation number. I just called him and he will check on Tuesday when he is back at work and let me know.

I will have to get busy and advertise the vehicle I am selling to purchase the GV70e. It is a 2018 MB GLC43 AMG with only 32K km. In mint condition. Selenite grey with black leather interior and red stitching.

 

[SebringSilver]

Wow, you say your vehicle has arrived at the Vancouver port already! My sales rep says I should be in the first 100 as I ordered mine on day 1. Yet they haven't had any email, at least that they are telling me with an allocation number. I just called him and he will check on Tuesday when he is back at work and let me know.

I will have to get busy and advertise the vehicle I am selling to purchase the GV70e. It is a 2018 MB GLC43 AMG with only 32K km. In mint condition. Selenite grey with black leather interior and red stitching.

I've heard that the first person to order one in Vancouver during the unveiling event they had recently will be getting her car next week. I'm surprised you've heard nothing so far.

 

[Jaws]

Wow, you say your vehicle has arrived at the Vancouver port already! My sales rep says I should be in the first 100 as I ordered mine on day 1. Yet they haven't had any email, at least that they are telling me with an allocation number. I just called him and he will check on Tuesday when he is back at work and let me know.

I will have to get busy and advertise the vehicle I am selling to purchase the GV70e. It is a 2018 MB GLC43 AMG with only 32K km. In mint condition. Selenite grey with black leather interior and red stitching.

It looks like Genesis might be putting a dent in the Germans. I’m replacing a 2018 Audi SQ5 with the GV70. Had test driven a Q4 etron but we were underwhelmed. The material quality was not up to Audi standards and the car was underpowered. The Q8 etron is a bit big for our needs as a city car and optioned to the same level as the GV70 it is in the $110k+range. The Q6 etron is coming sometime in ‘24, and it looks good, but we’re in the market now and given Audi’s traditional model year switchover it would be fall of ‘24 before we saw the car.

 

[SebringSilver]

It looks like Genesis might be putting a dent in the Germans. I’m replacing a 2018 Audi SQ5 with the GV70. Had test driven a Q4 etron but we were underwhelmed. The material quality was not up to Audi standards and the car was underpowered. The Q8 etron is a bit big for our needs as a city car and optioned to the same level as the GV70 it is in the $110k+range. The Q6 etron is coming sometime in ‘24, and it looks good, but we’re in the market now and given Audi’s traditional model year switchover it would be fall of ‘24 before we saw the car.

How do you feel about Audi doing away completely with the MMI control wheel and going full touch screen-only?

 

[Jaws]

How do you feel about Audi doing away completely with the MMI control wheel and going full touch screen-only?

For the newer cars (Q7, A6, Q3) where the MMI is integrated into the dash it works well. The MMI is fast and the haptic feedback works well. For the cars that started out with the controller and migrated to the touch screen, the MMI is not well integrated (eg Q5/A4). I like the MMI design of my Q7 and will probably replace it with the next gen Q5 PHEV at some point but not until the MMI is upgraded/better integrated, as well as the centre console design changed, which is horrible.

I like the redundant interface (touch and controller) of the GV70. I suspect I’ll mostly use the controller as the large screen looks like a bit of a stretch.

 

[SebringSilver]

For the newer cars (Q7, A6, Q3) where the MMI is integrated into the dash it works well. The MMI is fast and the haptic feedback works well. For the cars that started out with the controller and migrated to the touch screen, the MMI is not well integrated (eg Q5/A4). I like the MMI design of my Q7 and will probably replace it with the next gen Q5 PHEV at some point but not until the MMI is upgraded/better integrated, as well as the centre console design changed, which is horrible.

I like the redundant interface (touch and controller) of the GV70. I suspect I’ll mostly use the controller as the large screen looks like a bit of a stretch.

The controller is the way to go. Touch screens require the driver to divert his/her attention from the road. Was never a big fan of that.

On a separate note, I'm thinking about aftermarket wheels for the eGV70. Not really sold on the smaller 20" wheels that come with the car.